01/21/26 - Hammond Capital Improvement Board Meeting

The City of Hammond Capital Improvement Board convened on January 21, 2026, to discuss and approve several funding allocations related to ongoing infrastructure projects. Key procurement decisions included approving additional retainage payments to Gary Up Construction for the Little Calumet River Bridge project, supplemental electrical work by Hassie Construction for the Robertsdale Emergency Siren, and supplemental engineering costs for the Summer Street construction project due to delays and unforeseen soil contamination. The board also approved funding for storm sewer modeling in Sheffield to address flooding issues and general electrical services by Midwestern Electric to resolve electrical problems within city rights of way. All motions were unanimously approved, reflecting a focus on managing project budgets and addressing infrastructure challenges through contracting and supplemental funding.